Private aircraft with eight onboard crashes on takeoff in Maine amid winter storm

A private aircraft, a Bombardier Challenger 600, crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday night at approximately 7:45 PM. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the plane was carrying eight people at the time of the incident. The crash occurred amid a severe winter storm that has affected a large portion of the United States, resulting in poor visibility and steady snowfall at the airport, as noted by multiple sources including the BBC and The New York Times. Local authorities have confirmed that at least six people have died as a result of the crash. According to a statement from Bangor police, there were six individuals listed on the flight manifest, and no one from the incident was transported to the hospital. All individuals aboard the flight are presumed deceased. This discrepancy between the FAA's initial report of eight people and the police's confirmation of six has raised questions regarding the exact number of casualties. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. The investigation will likely focus on the conditions at the airport during the time of the accident and the factors that contributed to the crash. The incident underscores the dangers posed by severe weather conditions, which have impacted travel and safety across the region. Further updates on the investigation and the status of those involved are anticipated as authorities continue to gather information.